Ecosystem of the Amazon Rainforest

what keeps THIS ecosystem going?

Abiotic factors:Abiotic factors of an ecosystem are non-living things that influence the ecosystem and the organisms that live there. Some of the Abiotic factors of the Amazon Rainforest are things like water, humidity, soil, temperature, and rocks. The amazon rainforest gets about 9 ft of water in the form of precipitation every year. Because the rainforest is filled with a variety of species, water is an essential need for survival. And humidity creates something almost like a protective barrier around the amazon rainforest that protects it against
forest fires. When it becomes less humid and drier, it is easier for the rainforest to have fires. Forest fires aren’t all bad though. Yes, they kill some organisms that used that part for a habitat, but they also make room for growth. This leads us to the next abiotic factor, Soil. The soil in the amazon rainforest is filled with nutrients that help a variety of plants and trees grow. This is called secondary succession. After a fire, the soil still carries nutrients which help new plants and trees grow, making it easier for the ecosystem to rejuvenate. Rocks are useful to organisms because over time the rocks are broken down and give nutrients to the soil. Also, some primates will use rocks as tools to open nuts and even use them as weapons if they are clever enough. The average temperature of the Amazon Rainforest is 79˚F. This keeps the humidity and warmth at a reasonable, livable level for the organisms. Although, scientists are now saying that if the temperature rises, we could lose almost 1/3 of the Amazon Rainforest due to carbon levels in the atmosphere!